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Mike Munson is most comfortable with a guitar in his hands. With a reverence for the history of American music his songs demonstrate his own evolution as a performer and his deep attachment to place. His sound explores the connections between blues, American primitive instrumentals and early rock and roll. No Cover | All Ages | Family Friendly
Documentary Films Followed by Community Conversations Set during the economic meltdown, Gaining Ground follows the Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative in Boston as a new generation of leaders fights foreclosures and creates jobs and opportunities in one of the city’s most diverse neighborhoods. Complimentary equity tickets are available upon request at the box office for low- or no-income community members, or anyone facing a financial barrier to attending the Doc & Talk Series.
Duluth Fiber Guild members are preparing for their Annual Fiber Art Fair & Sale. The event is open to the public and will be held Saturday, November 15, from 10 am – 3 pm at the First United Methodist Church (the Coppertop) at 230 E. Skyline Parkway, Duluth. The Annual Fiber Art Fair & Sale offers high-quality finely crafted textile art items, including: handwovens (scarves, table runners, fine tea towels, wall hangings, placemats); handknits (socks, hats, mittens, scarves, sweaters); felted items (ornaments, framed originals, birdhouses, bowls, scarves); baskets; fleece and roving from local farms; hand spun yarn; up-cycled items made from discarded fabrics and more. Items are made from natural fibers: wool, cotton, bamboo, silk, tencel, rayon, and linen. Some of the fibers are produced on local sheep and alpaca farms, and the spinning group is experimenting with growing flax and processing it into linen. All items are locally made….
Jon Edwards is a traditional blues and folks musician based out of Duluth, MN. He draws from the likes of Charlie Parr, Dave Van Ronk, Spider John Koerner and many others. He started playing shows a year ago and spent last summer on the road playing barn dances. He also just celebrated the release of his third studio album! Ross Thorn’s poignant lyricism joins good buddies Simon and Helen of Slapdash Bluegrass for a supergroup set! With a pastoral upbringing in northern Wisconsin, Ross Thorn’s music emanates as a warm and soulful hymn, waking up optimistically beside a snow-covered window. His sharply crafted and often humorous lyrics — distinctly reminiscent of great folk artists like John Prine — reveal internal struggles of empathy, questions of human character and virtue, and a search for hope, often finding solace in some unanticipated truth. His second album, Fitting In, is set to release…
Marc Gartman & Erik Berry play complete, specific Grateful Dead concerts as LazyLightning420.
The Lake Superior Ice Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration that brings together the entire community to embrace the magic of winter. Coordinated through the efforts of local organizations, volunteers, and partners, the festival showcases Superior’s unique charm and our shared love for the season. Our vision is to create an inclusive and welcoming experience that invites people of all ages and abilities to gather, explore, and enjoy the many wonders of winter in our beautiful lakeside city. From sparkling ice sculptures and outdoor activities to warm food and friendly faces, the Lake Superior Ice Festival is a joyful reminder of the resilience, creativity, and spirit that make Superior truly special. While attendance at the Lake Superior Ice Festival is free, there are certain optional events that do have costs associated. We have noted each of those events on our event schedule and below: Food Vendors – food and beverages…